Jaime filled us in on the inspiration: This year we went for an 80s inspired design concept, giving our design teams options ranging in colors from pastels and neons to themes such as surf and skate culture or musical artists. We were excited to give each team free reign in terms of their installations and concepts and were thrilled to see everyone take the 80s to the next level!

In terms of our overall design, the event was held in the same private greenhouse as the past 2 years, which Bella Vista Designs lit to perfection. My favorite part was the entrance installation, a collaboration with Bright Inc. involving a mix of balloons, tropical foliage, florals and flamingos. The installation was 3 dimensional, wrapping around the front door so you had the same view whether you were inside or outside the building. I think the highlight for our guests were the breakdancers, whom we hired from our local UCSB break dancing club. They KILLED it on the dance floor and got everyone pumped!

We're excited to be your guide through the entire Jam event, thanks to photos by James and Jess! We begin at the bright + bubbly entrance...

Flowers + Balloons = YES.

Let's flamingle! So cute!

Ooooh, wouldn't this be fun for a beachy bachelorette party??

*One Kelly Kapowski, please.*

Now, let's jump into some installations from the vendors + artists at The Jam! First up, a floral tablescape and lounge inspired by one of our fav 80s films:

Pretty In Pink

Please note the ombré floral table runner by Ella & Louie. Insane!!

Cascading palms + pink hydrangeas? We're here for it!

Love the flamingo detail throughout!

design: Bijoux Events // florals: Ella & Louie // bar: Liquid Cult // paper goods: Sophia Loves Letters // rentals: Witty Rentals // tabletop rentals: Hostess Haven // linens: La Tavola

The Vice

Next up, fall into a pastel + iridescent dream (minus the shoulder-padded suits):

That flatware!

Such creative design by Lovelyfest!

design: Lovelyfest // collective: The Wedding Standard // photography: Cameron Ingalls // florals: Noonan's Designs // rentals: Party Pleasers, Mod Mix Studio // linens: La Tavola

Skate or DIY

Time to roll over to another rad installation...

Calligraphy Nerd found an excellent use for an old skate board!

A-Team - Prince Inspired Table

If you're looking to class it up with a little "royal" inspiration, look no further:

We're digging the deep purples with a pop of metallic!

WHAT A CAKE by Paper Cake Events!

design: Vanessa Noel Events // florals: Stella Bloom Designs // paper goods: Prim & Pixie // tabletop rentals: Borrowed Blu // desserts: Paper Cake Events // rentals: Party Pleasers // linens: La Tavola

Veils N' Roses

It wouldn't be the 80s without a healthy dose of punk culture:

We've been seeing menus written directly on tables more and more: we love it!

SO. COOL. Salt & Stag Creative 's graphics look killer against the grand piano!

California Dreamin'

Moving right along (aren't you loving this?!) - this one might just take you back to the surf, skate, music and muscles of Venice Beach!

Check out that colorful invitation suite + menu by The Lazy Creative!

Express Yourself

We wrap up with a little inspo from the queen + king of 80s pop:

Red candles + stained glass create the look for a material girl!

Thriller

design: Felici Events // florals: Bloom Floral & Foliage // paper goods: Pigment & Parchment // rentals: Town & Country, Party Pleasers // desserts: Lele Patisserie // vintage rentals: Otis & Pearl // linens: La Tavola

Dark greys + blacks keeping it perfectly moody.

design: Tyler Speier Events // calligraphy: Calligraph.Yee // rentals: Tent Merchant // catering: Omni Catering

So fun, right? We love seeing what comes out of the creative minds at The Jam event each year!

Thanks to the entire team below for sharing their talents and all the details of The Jam with us!

host + curators: Wild Heart Events, Amazing Days Events // lighting and production: Bella Vista Designs // rentals: Party Pleasers // florals + entry design: Bright Inc // calligraphy: Penned By Shanni // graphics: Willhouse Creative // photography: James & Jess // catering: Seasons Catering, Main Course California, Savory Thyme Catering, Feast & Fest, Crushcakes , Omni Catering, The Pairing Knife, K'Syrah Catering and Events // bar: Simply Cocktails, Liquid Cult, Sidecar SLO, Tinker Tin Trailers // backdrops + build outs: Gopherwood Design and Build // dj: Dart Collective, easy_mike, DJ Darla Bea // silent disco: DJ Zeke, Silent Storm // band: JSH Music Productions - STIR FATHER // transportation + valet: Jump On The School Bus, BlueStar Parking // after party + room block: The Goodland Hotel, Glam Squad Crimp and Color Bar, Jose Eber Salon // break dancers: USCBreakin // photo booth: Wittybooth

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